2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2006 Hyundai Sonata

To start off, both 2006 Bentley Continental GTC and 2006 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1038 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (881 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 659 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Bentley Continental GTC 2006 Hyundai Sonata
Make Bentley Hyundai
Model Continental GTC Sonata
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 2399 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Horse Power 552 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 881 Nm 222 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 318 km/hour 212 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2580 kg 1542 kg
Vehicle Length 5310 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.3 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 65 L


 

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